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On Thursday, the Derbi Barceloní returns to the spotlight as Espanyol welcomes archrivals Barcelona for one of La Liga’s most emotionally charged fixtures. The atmosphere will be electric, with city pride, league implications, and season-defining stakes all on the line.
Espanyol finds itself in 14th place heading into this clash. Though not directly in the relegation scrap, the club sits just five points above the drop zone. With only a few games left in the season, that margin is hardly comfortable.
Recent results haven’t helped settle nerves either—Espanyol has suffered defeats to Villarreal, Real Betis, and Leganés, stalling the momentum they built earlier in the year. Still, their home form has been solid enough, with only four losses at their ground all season and three draws in their last six home outings across all competitions. That record provides some hope as they prepare to face La Liga's current leaders.
Barcelona, meanwhile, heads into the derby firmly in control of the title race. Despite suffering three defeats at Montjuïc this season, Xavi’s side remains the dominant force in the league and will be eager to claim another win over their city rivals. With only a few rounds left, Barcelona will want to maintain momentum and ensure the title is secured as early as possible—preferably without slip-ups against lesser-ranked opponents.
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Espanyol vs Barcelona Form
Table
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
1
|
82 | 35 | 26 | 4 | 5 | 59 |
|
16
|
39 | 35 | 10 | 9 | 16 | -9 |
Espanyol and Barcelona Latest Matches
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
May 11, 2025 - LaLiga
May 4, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 27, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 22, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 18, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 12, 2025 - LaLiga
2/6 (33%)
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
May 4, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 18, 2025 - LaLiga
Mar 29, 2025 - LaLiga
Mar 10, 2025 - LaLiga
Feb 16, 2025 - LaLiga
Feb 1, 2025 - LaLiga
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
May 11, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 27, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 22, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 12, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 4, 2025 - LaLiga
Mar 15, 2025 - LaLiga
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
May 11, 2025 - LaLiga
May 6, 2025 - Champions League
May 3, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 30, 2025 - Champions League
Apr 26, 2025 - Copa del Rey
Apr 22, 2025 - LaLiga
5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
May 11, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 30, 2025 - Champions League
Apr 26, 2025 - Copa del Rey
Apr 22, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 19, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 9, 2025 - Champions League
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
May 6, 2025 - Champions League
May 3, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 15, 2025 - Champions League
Apr 12, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 2, 2025 - Copa del Rey
Mar 16, 2025 - LaLiga
Espanyol against Barcelona : Head to Head (H2H)
0 %
33 %
67 %
Average stats (last H2H results)
Nov 3, 2024 - LaLiga
May 14, 2023 - LaLiga
Dec 31, 2022 - LaLiga
Feb 13, 2022 - LaLiga
Nov 20, 2021 - LaLiga
Jul 8, 2020 - LaLiga
Barcelona v Espanyol last Lineups
Formation : 4 - 4 - 2
Formation : 4 - 2 - 3 - 1
Missing players
B. Olivan
MidfielderJ. Gragera
P. Lozano
J. Kounde
MidfielderM. Bernal
D. Rodriguez
P. Torre
Most goals and assists
Espanyol
Barcelona
J. Puado
(11 Goals)
R. Lewandowski
(36 Goals)
J. Carreras
(3 Assists)
,
A. Tejero
(3 Assists)
,
J. Puado
(3 Assists)
L. Yamal
(15 Assists)
, 
Raphinha
(15 Assists)
Espanyol and Barcelona Stats in LaLiga
Espanyol - Barcelona Key Points
- Barcelona haven't lost to Espanyol in their last 27 LaLiga games
- Espanyol are 0-3 in their last 3 games across all competitions
- Barcelona are 5-0 in their last 5 LaLiga games
- Espanyol have scored 1+ goals in their last 9 home LaLiga games
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Our Espanyol vs Barcelona Prediction
Head-to-head history tilts heavily in Barça’s favor. Espanyol has managed just two positive results in their last six encounters with the Blaugrana, losing four of them. Still, local derbies often defy form books, and Espanyol will be desperate to spoil their rival’s title celebrations on home soil. The narrative of denying Barcelona the chance to lift the trophy in their own backyard could serve as major fuel for the underdogs.
Team news offers little to shift the balance. Espanyol comes into the match with no new injury or suspension issues, though defender Brian Oliván and midfielder Pol Lozano remain doubtful. Barcelona, on the other hand, will be without center-back Iñigo Martínez due to suspension, and fellow defenders Jules Koundé and Pau Cubarsí are also question marks.
Despite their poor run, Espanyol has been tough to beat at home, and that could make this derby more competitive than expected. However, given Barcelona’s attacking quality, squad depth, and motivation to wrap up the title, they enter the match as clear favorites. Espanyol will need to deliver one of their best performances of the season to take anything from this match—but in a derby, anything is possible. Our prediction for Espanyol vs. Barcelona: Barcelona to win.
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